Information on format and grading from CJS Music Merchandise UK

[CJS Music Merchandise - Rare Deleted Vinyl Records, CDs, Collectable Memorabilia] CJs Music Merchandise
Formats/Classification/Grading
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Media/Format

Pre Owned

VINYL RECORDS
LP, LPx2, LPx3, LPxX boxed - vinyl albums by quantity - speed usually 33rpm.

7/10/12 - 7", 10" 10" - vinyl records at 45rpm or 33rpm

EP - extended play 45rpm or 33rpm vinyl records normally in covers unless stated.

CDS
CDS - Compact disc single. May have part numbers e.g. PT 1/2

CDLP, CDLPxX - Compact disc album in one to multiple copies

CASSETTES
CASSS - Cassette single

CASSLP, CASSLPxX - Cassette albums in one or multiple quantities

DVD
DVDS - Normally single track music related DVD

VIDEOS
VIDEO - video normally in VHS formats unless stated otherwise.

PAL videos will only play in English, European, Australian and some Far-East VCRs.

American VCRs use the NTSC format, so you will need a dual-standard VCR or a PAL-to-NTSC convertor.

Ephemera/Memorabilia

Pre Owned

BADGES
Sew On Badges - Small woven material approx size 3 3/4 inches x 4 inches ( 98mm x 115mm )
Button Badges - small 1 inch and 1 1/2 inch plastic coated button
Metal or Pin Badges - sizes vary

BACK PATCHES
Large printed jacket back patch fabric size approx 11 inches x 15 inches ( 280mm x 378 mm )

BOOKS
BOOK HB, BOOK SB, BOOK PB, BOOK ANNUAL - Hardback, soft back, paperback or annual

SHEET MUSIC
SMUSIC - Sheet music with lyrics and scores

SONGBOOK, MUSICBOOK - books that contain words to songs and/or scores for various instruments

MAGAZINES
MAGS - Record Collectors, Hello Magazine, OK magazine etc

PROGRAMMES
PROG - Tour, film, concert, or show programme

SIGNATURES
Any item that has a signature on it or included in it.

MEMORABILIA
MEMORABILIA as stated - anything that does not fall into the above categories e.g.
Scarf, Poster, Baseball Cap, Cushion, Mug, Toy, Puzzle, Picture, Calendar, Clock, Display board, Tattoo, Mirror, Watch, Soap, Photograph, Post/cards, Pillowcase, Radio, Cuttings, Mag, Keyring, Picture, Shirt, Jacket, Sweatshirt, Vest etc. etc.

Grading

The grading system CJs use when determining the condition of their vinyl is The Record Collectors Standard found in the Rare Record Price Guide Book

MINT (M)
The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition. Records advertised as Sealed or Unplayed should be Mint.

EXCELLENT (EX)
The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and/or creasing.

VERY GOOD (VG)
The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable.

CJs do not list any products below Very Good in condition

MEMORABILIA - the above grades still apply except where reference is made to sound quality

Chris and Jo at CJs advise you to read the Terms and Conditions before entering the site.